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All parents/guardians are invited to attend Operation Parent: Community Circle. The event will be held on September 29 at the Pickaway County ESC. Food will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m., with the conversation starting at 6 p.m. Vendors will also be set up around the gym, providing families with valuable resources, guides, information, and helpful tidbits to support our youth and families.

Mark your calendars to support the Teays Valley High School blood drive on October 1, at the TV Fieldhouse! To register, go to https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=43103&driveType=all

September is Attendance Awareness Month. We will be sharing information about Ohio’s attendance laws and what they mean for Teays Valley families. Regular attendance helps students stay connected to learning and build strong habits for success. Communicate challenges, such as transportation, health, or family needs, so we can help connect you with supports.

At the August Board of Education meeting, we recognized Teays Valley High School softball coach Derrick Hastler and his coaching staff for the team’s OCC championship season in the spring. Congratulations to Coach Hastler and the softball team!

Congratulations to six Teays Valley High School students who were honored at the annual Pickaway County Council on Youth Leadership Banquet on Sunday, August 23! Allison Dean, Briar Furby, Avery Hostutler, Marley Jones, Addison Keplar and Ella Mund were each recognized with certificates for their nominations and leadership. A special congratulations to Allison Dean, who was selected to receive the Youth Leader Award and was offered the opportunity to travel to St. Louis in October for the Town Meeting on Tomorrow National Conference! Congratulations also to Addison Keplar, who was named the alternate. We are proud of each of these students for representing TVHS and Viking Nation through their leadership and accomplishments!

We had the privilege of surprising five outstanding members of our Teays Valley team with special honors during this morning’s Convocation! 🌟 ALL In Award Brittany Brushart — Ashville Secretary Pam Elder — Bus Driver The ALL In Award recognizes employees who go above and beyond the call of duty — setting high standards, paying attention to the details and always being willing to go the extra mile. 🍎 Educator of Excellence Award Christy Rigsby — Ashville Kindergarten Teacher Melinda Sauerbrun — West 7th Grade Teacher Alissa Streitenberger — South Bloomfield Preschool Teacher The Educator of Excellence Award honors outstanding educators who make a difference through their dedication to students, excellence in teaching, involvement in our community and commitment to the values of Teays Valley. We are incredibly proud of these five deserving staff members and grateful for the positive impact they make on our students, colleagues and Viking community each day. Please join us in congratulating Brittany, Pam, Christy, Melinda and Alissa on these well-deserved honors!

Congratulations to John Hyder, Heidi Miller, and Laura Nungester, who received their Golden Apple in recognition of entering their 30th year in education! Thirty years of educating, encouraging, and making a difference in the lives of students is an incredible milestone. We are grateful for their years of dedication and service to Teays Valley and the countless students they have impacted along the way. Please join us in congratulating John, Heidi, and Laura on this well-deserved recognition!

We celebrated the incredible folks who keep our school running... our custodial and maintenance teams! We shared great food and a little friendly competition. A massive thank you to this amazing crew for working endlessly behind the scenes to get our facilities sparkling and ready for the new school year. We appreciate everything you do!

As part of Viking Academy, 70 staff members, including teachers, administrators, secretaries and bus drivers had the opportunity to visit Arsenal-1 at Anduril, gaining a firsthand look at the innovative work happening right here in our community. The visit provided valuable insight into the exciting career opportunities in manufacturing available to both our students and community members. Experiences like these help us better connect classroom to careers while continuing to strengthen our partnership with Anduril. We’re excited to keep building this relationship and expanding opportunities that will prepare our students for successful futures, right here in their own backyard. #VikingPride

It's still summer... but inside our buildings, the learning has already begun! Today marked the kickoff of Viking Academy, our three-day professional development event, and our staff members are making the most of their summer by investing in new ideas, collaborating with colleagues, and sharpening their skills for the year ahead. Thank you to all of our educators for choosing to spend part of your summer growing alongside one another. We can't wait to see all the great things you'll bring back to your classrooms!

Congratulations to Teays Valley High School students Marley Jones and Cohen Carpenter on representing Viking Nation at the 2026 Buckeye Girls State and Buckeye Boys State programs!
Marley had an incredible week, serving as both a participant and director in the Buckeye Girls State Band while also being elected County Sheriff. In that role, she carried out warrants, participated in legal court proceedings, and even toured the Wood County Sheriff's Office and jail to gain firsthand insight into law enforcement.
Cohen proudly represented Teays Valley at Buckeye Boys State, where he performed as a trumpet player in the Buckeye Boys State Band. He was also selected by the elected governor to serve as his speechwriter, crafting speeches and coaching him on speech delivery and etiquette. During the week, Cohen also had the opportunity to meet and speak with Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.
These outstanding leadership programs provide students with hands-on experiences in government, public service, and civic engagement while helping them develop skills that will serve them for years to come.
Way to represent Teays Valley proudly, Marley and Cohen! #VikingPride

Attn Viking readers! Victor Viking is back at the Ashville Floyd E. Younkin Library and at Southwest Public Libraries in Grove City. Stop by to check out some books to enjoy during your summer break and snap a pic with Victor! Send it to tvsummerfun@tvsd.us and include the student's name, school and grade and we'll share on the TV Facebook page. We can't wait to see all of our Viking readers!

Congratulations to the TVHS girls track 4x800 team for their 7th place finish at the State track meet on Saturday! The team included Reese Galinger, Addie Keplar, Khloe Maxwell and Grace Thanasack.

The Teays Valley High School Commencement Ceremony will be livestreamed for family and friends who are unable to attend in person. Guests without tickets are welcome to watch the ceremony live from the TVHS auditorium, or you can tune in from home using the livestream link below: https://youtube.com/@tv_athletics?feature=shared

Due to the forecasted inclement weather, the TVHS Commencement Ceremony will be held in the main Teays Valley High School gymnasium. Graduates received 4 tickets in their packets at commencement practice. Guests must use these to enter the gym. More information can be found in the email sent yesterday - https://bit.ly/4nFDdcp

We were honored to welcome Ohio Department of Education and Workforce Director Stephen Dackin to Teays Valley High Schoolthis morning! The visit provided an exciting opportunity to showcase the innovative learning experiences happening across our district and the new programs launched this year that align with Governor Mike DeWine’s Office of Workforce Transformation goals. Director Dackin toured our electrical and engineering programs and heard directly from students involved in those pathways, as well as students in our Information Technology program. Their passion, creativity, and hands-on learning experiences highlight the incredible opportunities available to Teays Valley students as they prepare for college, careers, and the future workforce. Thank you, Director Dackin, for taking the time to visit Teays Valley and see our students and staff in action!

The Student Key Communicators group held their final meeting of the school year. This group was created after a suggestion from a parent during one of our Key Communicators meetings, and it has become a valuable way for us to connect directly with students and hear their perspectives. Throughout the year, these students shared thoughtful feedback, creative ideas, and helpful suggestions about their school experiences. We are incredibly grateful for their willingness to speak up, collaborate, and help us continue improving our schools. Ideas discussed this year are already being considered for implementation next school year, and we’re excited about the positive impact these student voices will continue to have across Teays Valley! #VikingPride

Congratulations to two outstanding Teays Valley High School students who have been selected to represent our district at Buckeye State programs this summer!
Marley Jones has been chosen to attend Buckeye Girls State, and Cohen Carpenter will attend Buckeye Boys State, prestigious programs that provide students with hands-on experience in government, leadership, and civic engagement.
These opportunities are highly competitive and recognize students for their leadership, character, and commitment to their school and community. We are excited to see Marley and Cohen grow as leaders and represent Teays Valley on a statewide level.

Congratulations to our Teays Valley High School HOSA students who competed in last week’s regional competition! Nine TVHS students have qualified to advance to the HOSA State Competition this April after strong performances across multiple healthcare-related events. HOSA (Future Health Professionals) helps students develop leadership skills and explore careers in the healthcare field. Good luck at the State competition, Vikes!